2001 Mazda B-Series Truck Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 14%of 37 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2001 Mazda B-Series Truck, 14% of the 37 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When pulling out into traffic, the vehicle lacked acceleration for several seconds. No impact reported. The consumer stated that she had to pump the gas pedal before the vehicle would accelerate. The consumer stated that when it rains the vehicle slides.”
NHTSA complaint #10079765, filed 2005-02, 63,000 miles“While driving 40 to 50 miles per hour, the automatic transmission started to shift gears (up and down violently) lurching and bucking. I also noticed that the overdrive off-light was flashing. I pushed the overdrive switch repeatedly without results. I stopped the truck and shut it off and then restarted it, and then the vehicle reset. Error code p0741 but no problem found or fixed. Dealers service invoice # macs94327. Told, if problem persist will at that time possibly need tcc solenoid.”
NHTSA complaint #747289, filed 2001-06“Tl- the contact owns a 2001 Mazda b4000 cab plus. While driving in inclement weather, the contact began to lose control of the vehicle. He then engaged the electronic four wheel drive function but the function failed to activate. The dealer was contacted and advised the contact to purchase a new 4x4 control module. The manufacturer was also contacted but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. No repairs were performed. The failure mileage was unknown. Kmj”
NHTSA complaint #10441509, filed 2011-12“It has cut out on four occasions when the transmission is in neutral. Three times sitting in traffic where the driver was unaware until putting vehicle in gear to take off. The other occasion was while making a right turn with the clutch in and suddenly the power steering was gone since the truck was not running. Mazda has no idea of what problem is and expects owner to continue driving under these conditions. Has been to dealer three times for condition and examined by factory representative.”
NHTSA complaint #749351, filed 2001-07“Consumer states that the clutch catches too quickly when gears are shifted and there is a loud clunk that can be felt and heard throughout the truck, consumer states it is metal hitting metal. Vehicle pulls to the right. Motor is missing and has no power. Drivers door flies open after going over bumps. Dealer refused to do anything about any of the problems and is stating that everything is normal. A service technician stated that it sounded like the clutch was not catching until the last minute, the jarring was the transmission after shifting and decelerating out of adjustment.”
NHTSA complaint #893559, filed 2001-08Related service bulletins
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- 10136777Apr 2, 2018Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing ATF. Using the wrong ATF may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the transmission…
- 10097348Mar 11, 2013Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. Using the wrong atf may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the…
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- 10016857Nov 22, 2004Thump / clunk from driveline on light acceleration or when stopping.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 9% |
| 2003 | 3 | 14% |
| 2002 | 6 | 21% |
| 2001 | 5 | 14% |
| 2000 | 13 | 22% |
| 1999 | 9 | 12% |
| 1998 | 5 | 7% |
| 1997 | 7 | 13% |
| 1996 | 3 | 5% |
| 1995 | 1 | 2% |
| 1994 | 8 | 7% |
| 1993 | 1 | 11% |
| 1990 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2001 Mazda B-Series Truck
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Mazda B-Series Truck
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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